Best DIY PETE Podcasts (2025)

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BiB: Calvin (The Happy Fits) – Going Viral Overnight: How A DIY EP Changed Everything! 39:47

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On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Calvin Langman of The Happy Fits for a candid, electric conversation about growth, vulnerability, and the wild ride from local family jams to viral indie stardom. Calvin—who grew up on a DIY farm in West Jersey surrounded by musical siblings—shares how he went from goofing off wi…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 November 2025 1:47:32

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 30th November 2025, Ruud fills in to chat garden care, protecting plants, and identifying issues with pests and the coming summer season. Get The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast every Sunday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE …

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From Pi to Blue, we’re revisiting Courtenay Watson 1:06:24

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We’re revisiting Courtenay, who was last spoke to on Episode 45 six years ago. She’s here to share six years of Home Assistant progress: moving from Raspberry Pi to Home Assistant Blue, mastering the Energy Dashboard with MQTT, surviving cloud outages on Tuya, and restoring from backups in minutes. Watch this episode on YouTube https://homeassistan…

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: November 23, 2025 22:18

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for Sunday November 23 2025, Ruud shares what you should do for your garden as spring turns to summer, what to do about silverleaf, and how to tackle cloverleaf growing in your lawn. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast every Sunday m…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 November 2025 1:26:59

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for Sunday November 23 2025, Pete talks about what to do if a property owner doesn't trust your specialists, painting expert Bryce McDermott joins to answer your painting questions, and Mike Olds from Resene Construction joins to have a look at Integra cladding. Get The Resident Builder w…

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BiB: Alexandra Savior - How Bipolar Disorder Shaped Her Most Raw and Honest Album Yet 28:51

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What happens when everything you thought your music career would be takes a sharp left turn—not once, but over and over again? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with the wildly talented Alexandra Savior for an honest, vulnerable conversation about reinvention, resilience, and staying true to her creative self through …

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BiB: M.A.G.S. - How a Family Band & Church Basement Led to Indie Stardom & Touring with Football 42:49

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Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where legendary and rising artists share their stories before the stardom. In this episode, Adam Lisicky sits down with Elliot—better known as M.A.G.S.—to talk about reinvention, collaboration, and finding new creative life in familiar songs. A couple years after his album Destroyer made waves, M.A…

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Inside the Open Home: Darren Griffin 1:09:37

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Go inside the Open Home Foundation with Darren, the web developer behind Home Assistant’s sites. From keeping the various Open Home Project websites online to automating his own home, we cover a lot in this one. Watch this episode on YouTube https://homeassistant.fm/ha211 Support the Podcast Get early-access to episodes and an ad-free feed by suppo…

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BiB: Wesko – From Blue Collar to Breakout Star: The TikTok Gamble That Launched His Career 22:08

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On this episode of "Bringin' It Backwards," Adam Lisicky sits down with Wesko, a country artist whose music journey is anything but typical. Growing up in a tiny town in eastern North Carolina with no musical lineage, Wesko didn't even pick up a guitar until he was 19—and that was just to find some therapy during a stressful period in his life. Wha…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 November 2025 1:24:26

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for Sunday 16 November 2025, Pete talks all things concrete! We speak to Concrete Apprentice of the Year, Todd Maitland, and the Head of Architecture at Concrete New Zealand joins to discuss a new, eco-friendly way of making concrete. Get The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show …

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: November 16, 2025 21:58

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for November 16 2025, Ruud shares how to remove Paspalum from your lawn, how to tackle the pesky moths ruining your clothes, and how to fend birds away from your fruit trees. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast every Sunday morning o…

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BiB: Simone Simons - From High School Dropout to Metal Legend: The Untold Story of Epica 30:39

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Ever wondered what it's like to risk it all for your dream before you even finish high school? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Simone Simons, powerhouse vocalist of the symphonic metal band Epica. Simone opens up about her humble beginnings in the Netherlands—where mandatory flute lessons unexpectedly led her t…

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BEAUTY SCHOOL DROPOUT: DIY Shows to Madison Square Garden 39:26

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The LA-based band released their latest album WHERE HAVE ALL THE BUTTERFLIES GONE? in September followed by a European headline tour and U.S. dates with blink-182 and LetLive. Riding the wave of pop-punk nostalgia, BSD is one of the leading new acts to grab the torch from the Y2K artists who inspired them. In this episode, Demi Ramos and Jordan Edw…

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Brewing With Home Assistant: From Modbus PIDs to ESPHome Fermentation Control with Greg Martin 59:24

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Greg joins Phil and Rohan to share how he built a brewery control system with ESPHome and Home Assistant: Modbus PID retrofits, ESP32-based temperature control with one-wire probes and 24V valves, Bluetooth gravity sensors via proxies, pressure management, and full on-site HA installs with PoE satellites. Watch this episode on YouTube https://homea…

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BiB: Isabella Kensington - How TikTok Turned Her Bedroom Covers Into a Million Fans 47:40

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What happens when you trade a neuroscience degree at UCLA for the unpredictable world of music? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with singer-songwriter Isabella Kensington—a rising artist whose million-plus TikTok following and viral covers are just the beginning of her story. Raised in London by American parents, Is…

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: November 09, 2025 20:29

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for November 9th 2025, Ruud shares his tips on tackling the invasive yellow-legged hornets, how to test to see if imported wood has been fumigated before you mulch it, and what to poison ants with if all else has failed. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Klein…

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Full Show Podcast: 09 November 2025 1:30:14

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for November 9th 2025, Pete starts the great debate about how to clean stubborn muck off your timber deck, and shares his insight into the intricacies of internal gutter systems and what (if any) consent forms are needed for converting living spaces in your house. Get The Resident Builder…

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BiB: Madelline - How Flute, TikTok, and Dual Citizenship Sparked a Viral Pop Career 35:10

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Ready for a dose of true backstage energy? In this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky welcomes rising pop powerhouse Madelline for a conversation packed with personal grit, creative breakthroughs, and the real story behind her genre-blending journey. From growing up in Connecticut surrounded by music and art, to boldly moving to Montrea…

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BiB: Ella Rosa – Anxious Attachment Style: The EP That Changed Everything 28:53

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Ever wondered what it's like to go from a tiny hamlet in England to the heart of Manhattan—and then channel all those big feelings into powerful, honest music? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Ella Rosa, an artist whose journey might just inspire you to rethink what's possible. Ella opens up about her move from …

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Home Assistant 2025.11: Improved target picker and energy pie charts 57:05

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In this episode Phil and Rohan break down Home Assistant 2025.11. We cover the revamped Automation UI with the new target picker, naming options on dashboards, the new Energy pie chart, update progress indicators, and an upgraded Home dashboard. Watch this episode on YouTube https://hasspodcast.io/ha209 Support the Podcast Get early-access to episo…

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BiB: Blondestandard - "From Hodgkin's Lymphoma Diagnosis to Rock Reinvention— Caroline Gets Real 41:54

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On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, host Adam Lisicky reconnects with Caroline Grace Vein (Blondestandard) for an honest, inspiring conversation about resilience, creativity, and the journey of an artist. Nearly three years after her breakthrough debut "Blue Eyes," Caroline opens up about navigating health challenges—including a diagnosis of …

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: November 2, 2025 13:57

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for 2nd November 2025, Ruud chats about the dealing with moths in trees, keeping an eye out for hornets, and how to grow brussel sprouts. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast every Sunday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get yo…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 November 2025 1:37:05

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 2nd November 2025, Pete chats about roof maintenance, insulation, and ventilation systems. Pete also tackles queries about drainage, and rejuvenating joinery. Resene Paints' Jay Sharples joins the show to answer questions about cracked paint, painting doors, dealing with manhole cover…

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BiB: Waylon Reavis: From Mushroomhead to A Killer's Confession: The Real Story, Rumors, & Redemption 58:52

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Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where we dig deep into the journeys that turned aspiring artists into legends—and where you get the inside story, straight from the source. On this episode, host Adam Lisicky sits down with Waylon Reavis of A Killer's Confession, a voice you might recognize from his iconic run fronting Mushroomhead…

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Braison Cyrus: Building a Music Career and Working with Miley 31:51

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In high school, Braison Cyrus imagined a career behind the camera, maybe in photography or filmmaking. As he entered adulthood, the family business came calling. He started with a few singles in 2020, followed by his debut album 'Javelina' in 2021. His most recent single “Know This” is a collaboration with Miley released on September 5. It precedes…

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Garage Doors, E‑Ink Dashboards, and Entity Chaos with the Evil Genius Dave Slusher 1:24:20

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Podcaster Dave Slusher joins Phil and Rohan to share hard-won smart home lessons: building a reliable mesh, solving a 100m mailbox sensor with Z-Wave Long Range and the ZWA2, and retiring MyQ with RATGDO + ESPHome. We also cover using an e‑ink terminal as a Home Assistant dashboard. Watch this episode on YouTube https://hasspodcast.io/ha208 Support…

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BiB: Hannah Fairlight - From CBGB's Auditions to Lone Wolf: The Rise, Risks, and the Real Nashville 38:58

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If you've ever wondered what happens when an artist goes all-in—risking comfort for creativity, clarity for chaos, and ultimately, artistic evolution—this episode of Bringin' It Backwards is for you. Adam Lisicky sits down for a long-awaited catch-up with Hannah Fairlight, the singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and actor whose journey takes …

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BiB: Zahna – From Kidney Failure to Korn's Label: The Unbelievable Comeback Story 38:36

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On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam sits down with Zahna—a resilient rock artist whose journey is anything but typical. Born in Monterrey, Mexico, Zahna moved with her family to Ohio before spending a pivotal year in Mexico to reconnect with her roots. After settling in Texas, music quickly became her passion, from musical theater to hig…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 October 2025 1:43:55

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for 26th October 2025, Pete answers questions around deck lining, insulation and fibre-lights. Pete also tackles queries about windows, UPVC, and the newly announced boundary line legislation. Dr Terri-Ann Berry joins the show to discuss construction waste, why we're filling up landfills …

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Surviving a Christmas Eve Hack with Aaron from Make It Work 56:18

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Season 4, Episode 4 — The Technical Difficulty Smart Home Podcast Todays Guest: Aaron from @MakeItWorkTech Support our Podcast and find the best deal on Zooz smart home Products: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com?sca_... Pete's Channel: / @diysmarthomeguy1 Brandon's Channel: / @brandondoylemn Vince's Channel: / @diywithvinny Today we dive into one o…

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BiB: Gannon Fremin & CCREV – From Oklahoma Family Jam Sessions to Major Label Stardom 25:40

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On this episode of "Bringin' it Backwards," Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Gannon Fremin of Gannon Fremin and CCREV for an honest, down-to-earth conversation about chasing dreams, building a band from the ground up, and the realities of making it in the music industry. Gannon shares how growing up in a tight-knit, musical family in South Oklah…

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The Reluctant Home Assistant Guy: From Hue Chaos to Hour‑of‑Power Wins 1:06:39

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Chris joins Phil and Rohan to share a brutally honest smart home journey: starting with Philips Hue, hitting limits with multiple bridges, battling MyQ and RatGDO, and landing real energy savings with Home Assistant. Watch this episode on YouTube https://hasspodcast.io/ha207 Support the Podcast Get early-access to episodes and an ad-free feed by su…

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BiB: New Translations – "Just Make It Happen": The DIY Secrets That Got Them Signed 31:39

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What does it take to turn a love of music into a thriving band, and why do some artists find their truest path only when they let go of what they thought they wanted? On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam sits down with Oliver Pierce and Isaac Midleton from New Translations—a rising Nashville band whose journey defies convention and expect…

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BiB: Cate Turner – From American Idol to DIY Stardom: Her Honest Journey Back to the Stage 31:50

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Welcome back to Bringin' It Backwards, the podcast where rising and legendary artists share their real stories and spill the secrets behind their journeys to stardom. In this episode, Adam welcomes back singer-songwriter Cate Turner for an unprecedented fourth appearance—making her the reigning record holder for most visits to the show! Cate first …

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Sam McGregor: Signature Brew, Grown at Home 1:17:15

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Send us a text Sam McGregor was a member of the British ska punk band Grown at Home and is the cofounder of Signature Brew, founded in 2011 with his cousin Tom in an attempt to improve the terrible quality and variety of the beer available at live music shows. Since then they’ve produced countless collaboration brews with British bands and musician…

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: October 19, 2025 20:28

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for October 19, 2025, Ruud and Pete discuss their home-made ruru boxes, how catch and relocate weta, and the nuances of your neighbour's trees crossing the property boundary. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast every Sunday morning o…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 October 2025 1:44:03

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for October 19, 2025, Pete gives advice on what to do when dodgy builders cause your inspection to fail, Mike Olds from Resene joins to share his painting expertise, and Master Builders CEO Ankit Sharma joins to discuss their new campaign "Spilling the Tea". Get The Resident Builder with …

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BiB: Chri$tian Gate$ – How Viral Diss Tracks & Heartbreak Turned Into 156 Million Streams 34:26

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From writing diss tracks in high school to racking up over 150 million streams on Spotify, Chri$tian Gate$ has carved out a lane of his own in the music world—powered by authenticity and a bit of bravado. On this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky take you backstage with Chri$tian as he shares how a childhood surrounded by musi…

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Mudvayne: Chad Gray on the Band's History and Returning to the Studio 32:07

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Mudvayne was one of the most distinctive metal bands of the 2000s. Their music was brutal, their lyrics were emotional, and their visuals freaked out parents across America. After more than 15 years, the metal legends are recording new music. They recently released “Sticks and Stones,” which follows their comeback single “Hurt People Hurt People.” …

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BiB: IZZA – How a Coachella Stunt and Billboard Revenge Made Her Go Viral! 29:48

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From viral TikTok moments at Coachella to a billboard stunt that had the internet talking, IZZA's been turning heads with her creative, bold approach to pop music—and storytelling. In this episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam Lisicky sits down with Los Angeles-born IZZA as she shares her journey from growing up in Encino surrounded by music-lovin…

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AirGradient: From Thai Wildfires to Open Source Hardware feat Achim Haug 1:05:40

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Discover the origins of AirGradient, which began as a volunteer project in Northern Thailand during the harsh "burning season" of 2019. Learn how this effort evolved into a company focused on providing open source air quality hardware, measuring critical metrics like PM 2.5 and CO2 to safeguard classrooms Watch this episode on YouTube https://hassp…

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BiB: Mikael Stanne (Dark Tranquility): Swedish Grammy Wins, Bus Rides with In Flames, and 13 Albums! 36:16

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What happens when a teenage metalhead from a quiet Swedish suburb grabs a guitar, jumps on a local bus with his friends—and some of the biggest names in Scandinavian metal—and decides to rewrite the soundtrack of modern metal? On today's episode of Bringin' it Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Mikael Stanne of legendary band Dark Tranq…

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: October 12, 2025 18:02

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for October 12, 2025, Ruud talks about how to handle Passion Vine Hoppers, what to do about struggling broad beans, and how to reduce the pH in your garden. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast every Sunday morning on iHeartRadio, or …

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Full Show Podcast: 12 October 2025 1:45:14

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On The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast for October 12, 2025, Pete talks about the intricacies of compliance codes, and Pete is joined by CEO of the Master Builders Association, Ankit Sharma, to talk to the winner of the Apprentice of the Year competition. Get The Resident Builder with Pete Wolfkamp Full Show Podcast every Sund…

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BiB: Charly Reynolds: From Chick-fil-A to Country Stardom: How Hustle Beat Stage Fright in Nashville 32:31

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What does it really take to leave home, risk it all, and start over in the heart of country music? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with rising country artist Charly Reynolds for a candid look at her journey from growing up in Orlando, Florida—where Disney magic and country music mixed in unexpected ways—to h…

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Lifehackster shares his life hacks for success 58:50

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Todays Guest: @LifeHackster Support our Podcast and find the best deal on Zooz smart home Products: https://www.thesmartesthouse.com?sca_ref=6284708.sXoXFTZinuqY Pete's Channel: / @diysmarthomeguy1 Brandon's Channel: / @brandondoylemn Vince's Channel: / @diywithvinny Pete and Vinny welcome Lifehackster, a popular YouTuber known for his reviews of s…

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BiB: Nik Leuthold (NONEXISTER) – How Punk, Climbing, and DIY Spirit Forged a Cinematic Metal Band 47:46

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Ever wondered what it takes to bridge the worlds of punk, literature, rock climbing, and cinematic music videos? On this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam sits down with Nik Leuthold of the band NONEXISTER for an honest conversation that pulls back the curtain on an extraordinary artistic journey. Growing up in Zurich with a feminist author as…

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Philips Hue's New Bridge and the Cat Automation Problem with Josh Burg 1:09:39

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BiB: DIY Pop-Punk to LA Dreams: How Jonathon Fraser Kept Going When Others Gave Up 39:59

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From a babysitter spinning New Found Glory records in South Florida to sharing stages with Simple Plan and State Champs, Jonathon Fraser—better known as Northbound—has crafted a story of indie grit, pop-punk spirit, and relentless drive. In this episode of Bringin' It Backwards, Adam and Tera Lisicky sit down with Jonathon to trace his journey from…

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The Gardening Show with Pete and Ruud: October 05 2025 28:03

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On The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcast for the 5th October 2025, Ruud prepares for the changes round the garden as spring rolls in, shares the best fertiliser for magnolia trees and delivers a crash-course on Lichen and how to handle it. Get The Garden Hour with Pete Wolfkamp and Ruud Kleinpaste Full Show Podcas…